| Mustard, | 1 tablespoonful; |
| Mustard, | 1 tablespoonful; |
| Glycerin, | 3 tablespoonfuls; |
| Baking soda | |
| (dissolved in hot water), | 1 teaspoonful. |
| Beat well and spread between two layers of muslin or soft linen. | |
| Apply from 15 to 30 minutes. | |
MUSTARD POULTICE.
| Mustard, | 2 parts; |
| Ground flaxseed, | 4 “ |
| Hot water, | a sufficient quantity. |
FLAXSEED POULTICE.
| Ground flaxseed, | ½ cupful; |
| Olive oil, | 2 teaspoonfuls. |
| Add enough boiling water to make a thick paste. | |
| Cook for a few minutes, and beat thoroughly. | |
ONION POULTICE.
Slice a large onion and fry in lard or olive oil.
Place between layers of soft cloth. It should not be warmed over.
TURPENTINE STUPES.
1. Add 3 teaspoonfuls of oil of turpentine to 1 pint of boiling water. Immerse the flannel and stir. Remove the flannel, wring it out in a twisted towel until it no longer drips. Anoint the skin with olive oil, and then apply fomentation until it causes some discomfort or redness. If allowed to remain too long, it will blister the skin.